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398 organizations, people, and concepts referenced in claims.
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1 Hotel South Beach
A hotel in Miami Beach where STK South Beach is located within the property.
2025 tariffs
Trade policy measures including a 10% universal tariff and additional targeted measures affecting U.S. businesses and consumers.
A5 Japanese Wagyu
Premium grade beef featured in multiple dishes on STK's holiday menu including potstickers and steak fried rice.
ABBA Arena
An entertainment venue in London near STK Stratford.
Acima
A lease-to-own fintech company that provides flexible payment solutions for furniture, electronics, and other consumer goods. A subsidiary of Upbound Group.
Acima app
A mobile application that allows online and in-store shopping with lease management capabilities.
Acima Classic Credit
A credit product offered by Acima, though specific details are not provided in the content.
Acima Classic Credit Mastercard
A credit card product offered by Acima in partnership with Mastercard.
Acima Digital
Patent-pending digital platform leveraging mobile, web, and in-store technology for lease-to-own transactions.
Acima eCommerce Solutions
An eCommerce integration platform offering lease-to-own payment options, APIs, and shopping cart plugins for online retailers.
Acima Leasing
A lease-to-own service offered by Acima that allows customers to obtain furniture, electronics, and other items without perfect credit.
Acima Leasing mobile app
A mobile application offering end-to-end customer experience for lease-to-own services from application to shopping to servicing.
Acima Marketplace
A shopping platform or service offered by Acima for lease-to-own purchases.
Acima Mobile App
A mobile application that allows users to apply for leases, shop online or in stores, complete agreements and manage leases.
Acima Private Credit
Acima's credit service where customers own products after purchase and make payments on an Acima Private Credit Account.
Aldwych Theatre
A theatre in London's West End near STK London.
Alliance Theatre
A theater venue located in Midtown Atlanta near STK.
Alpharetta
A city in Georgia where Kona Grill has a restaurant location.
Amana
An appliance brand that partners with Rent-A-Center to provide rent-to-own products.
Amazon
Technology company that employed some of Brigit's team members.
American Fintech Council
Organization that Brigit joined in February 2024 to accelerate financial inclusion.
Andaz San Diego
A hotel located in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter that houses STK San Diego on its first floor.
Anthropic
AI safety company founded in 2021 by former OpenAI researchers. Develops Claude, a family of large language models designed with a focus on safety and helpfulness. Pioneered constitutional AI training methods.
App Store
Apple's mobile application distribution platform.
Appliance Warehouse
A retail business located in Valdosta, GA that partners with Acima for lease-to-own services.
Art Deco Historic District
A historic district in Miami Beach near STK South Beach.
Ascend Amphitheater
An entertainment venue in Nashville where shows are performed.
Ashford Avenue
A street in Condado, San Juan, Puerto Rico where STK San Juan is located.
Ashley
A brand mentioned as one of the top brands available through Rent-A-Center's services.
Astra
A WordPress theme that is lightweight, customizable, and WooCommerce ready, developed by Brainstorm Force.
Asus
A computer technology company whose products are available through Rent-A-Center's rent-to-own program.
Audit Committee of the Board of Directors
A committee within Benihana's corporate governance structure that handles accounting complaints and compliance reporting.
Austin Wright
Head of Strategy & Analytics at Tandem Theory, author of insights on AI-powered CRM personalization strategies.
Authority Magazine
A publication that conducted interviews with multiple Tandem Theory executives about customer experience, data science, and AI.
Avalon
A location or district in Alpharetta, Georgia where Kona Grill is situated.
Aventura Mall
A shopping mall in Aventura, Florida, located near STK Aventura restaurant.
Avenue of the Americas
A major avenue in Manhattan, New York City, also known as Sixth Avenue.
Back Bay
A neighborhood in Boston, Massachusetts where STK Boston is located.
Baltimore Convention Center
A convention center located in Baltimore, Maryland near the Inner Harbor area.
Bao Yum
A food service company that operates restaurants in multiple locations and offers delivery services.
Bara Chirashi
A signature poke bowl containing ahi tuna, salmon, yellowtail, shrimp, cucumber and green onions in poke sauce.
Barnes and Noble
A bookstore chain with a location near the Kona Grill Gilbert restaurant.
Bellevue Square
A shopping center located in downtown Bellevue, Washington, near STK Bellevue restaurant.
Benihana
A restaurant chain specializing in teppanyaki-style Japanese cuisine with theatrical hibachi dining experiences.
Benihana At Home
A catering service that brings Benihana's hibachi and sushi experience to customers' chosen locations.
Benihana Original Garlic Sauce
A proprietary sauce offered by Benihana restaurant.
Benihana Original Yum Yum Sauce
A proprietary sauce offered by Benihana restaurant.
Best Buy
A retail electronics store located near the Kona Grill Gilbert location.
Big Beaver Road
A street in Troy, Michigan where the Kona Grill location is situated.
Big Brand Tire and Service
A tire and automotive service company that has Acima as its exclusive lease-to-own provider.
billy weems
Author associated with Tandem Theory website content.
Bob's Discount Furniture
A furniture retailer that has an exclusive collaboration with Acima for lease-to-own solutions.
Boca Park
Shopping and dining district in Las Vegas where Kona Grill is located.
Boise
A city in Idaho, United States, where Kona Grill operates a restaurant location.
Brainstorm Force
The company that develops, maintains and supports the Astra WordPress theme.
Brentt Mellon
A maintenance planner in Ohio who works for a global refractory company and uses Brigit.
Bridge It, Inc.
The legal corporate name of Brigit, a financial technology company that provides financial services and products.
Bridge Street Town Centre
A commercial area in Huntsville, Alabama where the Kona Grill location is situated.
Bridgestone Arena
An entertainment venue in Nashville where shows are performed.
Brigit
A financial wellness app that provides cash advances, credit building, and budgeting tools. Acquired by Upbound Group in January 2025.
Brigit Credit Builder
A credit building product that helps users build credit by making monthly savings payments that are reported to credit bureaus as loan payments.
Brigit Instant Cash
A cash advance service that provides $25-$500 in advance payments with no credit check or late fees.
Brigit's Money Goals Sweepstakes
A promotional sweepstakes event organized by Brigit for 2026 with associated terms and conditions.
Broadway
A location in Nashville mentioned as a destination for entertainment.
Broward County
A county in Florida where Benihana At Home service is currently available.
Bryant Park
A public park in Manhattan, New York City, located near STK NYC Midtown.
C-Suite Leader Award
A prestigious award given by Dallas Business Journal to North Texas executives for outstanding leadership, performance, and innovation.
California Consumer Privacy Act
A California state privacy law that provides residents with additional privacy rights regarding personal information collection and use.
California Transparency in Supply Chains Act of 2010
A California law (SB 657) requiring large manufacturers and retailers to disclose efforts to eradicate slavery and human trafficking in supply chains.
Capital One Arena
A sports and entertainment venue in Washington D.C. mentioned as being near STK Washington.
Carmel
A city in Indiana where Kona Grill operates a restaurant location.
Carrara Tomahawk
A premium steak offering available by the pound at STK Steakhouse as part of their holiday menu.
CashStar
A service provider that handles Benihana's digital gift card platform and self-service options.
Centennial Park
A Nashville park mentioned as an attraction near STK Nashville.
Charlotte Convention Center
A convention center located in Uptown Charlotte near STK Charlotte restaurant.
Charlotte Hornets
A basketball team that plays games at Spectrum Center in Charlotte.
Charlotte Restaurant Week
A restaurant week event in Charlotte where STK participates.
Chassis
A WordPress theme created by Fanatic Design that provides a framework for building bespoke WordPress websites.
Chassis by Fanatic
A WordPress theme framework designed to build bespoke websites, created by Fanatic Design.
Chateaubriand
A cut of beef served as 8.5 ounces of center cut tenderloin with mushrooms.
Chelsea Market
A market and shopping destination located near STK NYC Downtown in Manhattan.
Cherry Creek Shopping Center
A shopping center in Denver, Colorado where the Kona Grill Denver location is situated.
Chicago
City where Kona Grill has locations and participates in Restaurant Week.
Chicago Restaurant Week
A dining event in Chicago where STK Chicago participates.
Chick-fil-A
A quick service restaurant chain known for chicken products and Christian values-based corporate culture.
Christopher Arroyo
A veteran on disability with a daughter who uses Brigit's services.
Chuck Wait Tire
A tire retail business located in Marietta, GA that partners with Acima.
CIM
Social Impact fund that provided $75M in debt financing to Brigit in April 2021.
Cincinnati
A city in Ohio where Kona Grill operates a restaurant location.
City Creek
A shopping center located within walking distance of STK Salt Lake City.
CITY Furniture
A furniture retailer that uses Acima's lease-to-own solution and was named Acima's exclusive partner.
Clay Terrace
A location or area in Carmel, Indiana where the Kona Grill restaurant is situated.
Clementine Paddleford
Legendary food critic who gave Benihana a rave review that helped the restaurant take off.
Coastal Community Bank
An FDIC-insured bank that holds the deposit accounts for Brigit's Credit Builder product.
Code of Business Conduct and Ethics
A foundational document adopted by Benihana Inc. in 2010 that establishes ethical standards for executives, directors, and employees.
Collins Avenue
A street in Miami Beach where STK South Beach is located at 2305 Collins Ave.
Colony Square
A location near STK Atlanta mentioned as a nearby hot spot.
Colorado Privacy Act
A Colorado state privacy law that provides privacy rights to Colorado residents.
Columbus
A city in Ohio where Kona Grill operates a restaurant location.
Compliance & Ethics Hotline
A third-party reporting service that allows associates to report violations and concerns anonymously, operating 24/7.
Concora Credit Inc
A financial services company that services the Acima Classic Credit Mastercard.
Condado
A beachfront district in San Juan, Puerto Rico known for its walkable area with oceanfront resorts, nightlife, and casinos.
Cooper Tires
A tire brand available through Rent-A-Center's tire rental program.
Coors Field
A baseball stadium in Denver located near STK Denver.
Copley Square
A public square in Boston near STK Boston's location.
Costa Vida
A restaurant chain that promotes Christian values and purpose in their corporate culture.
Country Club Plaza
A shopping and dining district in Kansas City, Missouri where Kona Grill is located.
Country Music Hall of Fame
A Nashville attraction mentioned as being near STK Nashville location.
Covent Garden
A district in London's West End known for bars, boutiques and street performers.
Daikin
The world's largest HVAC company that uses Tandem Theory's lead-generation media program for its dealer network.
Dallas Arts District
An arts district in Dallas located near STK Dallas.
Dallas Business Journal
Business publication that presents C-Suite Awards to business leaders.
Dave Mansfield
Executive Vice President of Data Science and Analytics at Tandem Theory who discusses data's role in business growth.
David Rutter
Co-CEO of Costa Vida restaurant chain.
Deliveroo
A food delivery service company whose logo appears on the Bao Yum website.
Dell
A computer technology company whose products are available through Rent-A-Center's rent-to-own program.
Denver
A city where Bao Yum operates a location.
Desert Ridge
A district or area in Phoenix, Arizona where a Kona Grill restaurant is located.
Detroit
A major city in Michigan mentioned in relation to the Troy Kona Grill location.
Deutsche Bank
Financial institution that employed some of Brigit's team members.
Dick's Sporting Goods
Sporting goods retail chain with a location across from Kona Grill Oak Brook.
Dine LA Restaurant Week
A restaurant week event taking place in Los Angeles featuring special prix-fixe menus at participating restaurants.
DineLA
A Los Angeles restaurant week event where STK participates.
Disney Springs
A shopping, dining, and entertainment district at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida.
Dominique Phillips
A special education teacher from New York who is a Brigit user and mother.
Downtown Nashville
A district in Nashville located near The Gulch and Music Row.
Downtown Park
A park located in downtown Bellevue, Washington.
Dubai
A location mentioned as one of the iconic locations where The ONE Group operates through licensees.
East Village
A neighborhood in London where The Gantry building is situated.
Eccles Theater
A theater venue located close to STK Salt Lake City.
Edelman Trust Barometer
A research study that measures consumer trust and loyalty behaviors toward brands.
Eden Prairie Center Mall
A shopping mall located in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.
Edo
A historical Japanese city that eventually became Tokyo, where sushi stalls became popular in the 1800s.
El Paso
A city in Texas where Kona Grill has a restaurant location.
Elementor
A website page builder platform that provides CSS styling and widget functionality for websites.
Embarcadero
A waterfront area in San Francisco where STK San Francisco is located.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Niagara Falls Fallsview
The full official name of the Embassy Suites hotel property in the Fallsview District of Niagara Falls.
Embassy Suites Hotel
A hotel located at 6700 Fallsview Blvd in Niagara Falls, Ontario that houses the STK Steakhouse location.
Equifax
One of the three major credit bureaus that receives payment reports from Brigit's Credit Builder.
Experian
One of the three major credit bureaus that receives payment reports from Brigit's Credit Builder.
Express Delivery
A service feature that delivers cash advances within 20 minutes for a small fee.
Fallsview Casino
A casino located in the Fallsview District near STK Steakhouse Niagara Fallsview.
Families ERG
Employee Resource Group at Brigit for caregivers, working parents and families.
Fanatic Design
A design company that created the Chassis WordPress theme and operates at fanatic.co.uk.
Ferry Building
A landmark marketplace and transit hub in San Francisco near STK.
FICO
Credit scoring company that provides credit score calculations and standards referenced in the article.
Finance Helper
A financial tool by Brigit that helps users budget better, track spending, and improve their finances.
Financial District
A business district in San Francisco near STK San Francisco's location.
Flock Foods
A food company that produces chicken skin crisp snacks and has partnered with Benihana.
Font Awesome
Icon and font toolkit company that provides Font Awesome Free 6.4.2 icon library.
Fonticons, Inc.
Company that holds the copyright for Font Awesome as of 2023.
Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
A U.S. law that suppliers are expected to comply with regardless of their global location.
Fox Theatre
A theater venue located near STK Atlanta in Midtown.
Friends With Benefits
A loyalty program operated by The ONE Group that allows members to earn points and rewards at participating restaurants.
Gaslamp Quarter
A historic district in San Diego where STK San Diego is located.
Get It Now!
A retail installment sale business operating stores in Wisconsin and Minnesota offering furniture, appliances, electronics and computers.
Gilbert
A city in Arizona where a Kona Grill location is situated.
Global Animal Partnership
An organization that provides certification for animal welfare standards, including requirements for chicken processing systems.
Google Analytics
A web analytics service that tracks website navigation and click history, with an available opt-out browser add-on.
Google Analytics 4
Google's new analytics platform replacing Universal Analytics, abbreviated as GA4.
Google Play
Google's digital distribution service for Android apps.
Hamel Kothari
Co-founder and CTO of Brigit, motivated by personal experiences with financial stress affecting loved ones.
Hank's Fine Furniture
A furniture retailer that has Acima as its exclusive lease-to-own provider.
Health Department
Government regulatory agency that requires restaurants to inform customers about raw or undercooked food risks.
hellobrigit
Financial technology company that operates the Brigit app, providing cash advances and financial services to help users avoid fees and build credit.
High Line
A public park and attraction in New York City located near STK NYC Downtown.
High Museum of Art
An art museum located near STK Atlanta in Midtown.
Hokkaido scallops
Scallops sourced from Hokkaido region that are served grilled hibachi style with lemon at Benihana.
Home Choice
A retail installment sale business operating stores in Wisconsin and Minnesota offering furniture, appliances, electronics and computers.
HP
A computer technology company whose products are available through Rent-A-Center's rent-to-own program.
Hudson River
River visible from STK NYC Rooftop location.
Ibiza
A location mentioned as one of the iconic locations where The ONE Group operates through licensees.
iFIT
A global fitness leader that has an exclusive lease-to-own partnership with Acima Leasing.
In-N-Out Burger
A burger restaurant chain known for quality food and incorporating Christian messaging in their packaging.
INC. 5000
A ranking system for fast-growing private companies in America.
Indeed
A job search website that may provide candidate information to employers.
Inner Harbor
A downtown area in Baltimore, Maryland where the Kona Grill location is situated.
International Plaza
Shopping/business center located across from Kona Grill Tampa.
IronMan
A tire brand available through Rent-A-Center's tire rental program.
IRS
The Internal Revenue Service, the U.S. federal agency responsible for tax collection and tax law enforcement.
Japanese A5 Wagyu
Premium grade beef from Japan offered on STK's menu.
Jeremy Liew
Board member from Lightspeed Venture Partners who participated in Brigit's Series A funding.
Jumeirah Beach Residence
A waterfront community in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, where STK Dubai is located.
Kaitlyn Kasten
VP of Brand & Growth Strategies who provided a testimonial about Tandem Theory's services.
Kevin Durant
Investor in Brigit through his investment firm Thirty Five Ventures.
Klyde Warren Park
A park in Dallas located near STK Dallas in the Uptown area.
Kona Bar Burger
A burger offered exclusively at the bar area of Kona Grill restaurants for $6.
Kona Grill
A restaurant chain featuring contemporary American cuisine, sushi, and craft cocktails in a casual dining atmosphere.
Lakewood
City in Colorado where Bao Yum operates a restaurant location.
Las Vegas
City in Nevada where Kona Grill operates a restaurant location.
Levin Furniture & Mattress
A furniture and mattress retailer that provides lease-to-own options through Acima Leasing.
LG
Electronics manufacturer mentioned as a brand available for rent at Rent-A-Center.
Liberty Center
A location or development in Cincinnati, OH where the Kona Grill restaurant is situated.
Lightspeed Venture Partners
Venture capital firm that led Brigit's $35 million Series A funding round.
Lincoln Square
A shopping and entertainment complex located in downtown Bellevue, Washington, near STK Bellevue restaurant.
A professional networking platform that job candidates may authorize to share information with employers.
Livernois
A street in Troy, Michigan that intersects with Big Beaver Road near the Kona Grill location.
Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art
A museum located near Oak Brook that focuses on lapidary art and gemstone displays.
LoDo
A historic neighborhood in Denver where STK Denver is located.
London
A city where Bao Yum operates a location.
London Stadium
A stadium in London near STK Stratford.
Los Cabos International Airport
An international airport located in San José del Cabo, Mexico, featuring multiple terminals including Terminal 2.
Lyceum Theatre
A theatre in London's West End near STK London.
Lynsi Snyder
Owner of In-N-Out Burger restaurant chain.
Macy's
Retail store located at NorthPark Center.
Madonna Jansen
An author associated with Tandem Theory who has content published on their website.
Manny Hilario
President and Chief Executive Officer of Benihana who joined the company in 2024.
Mapbox
A mapping platform that provides location and mapping services for applications.
Marc
A server at STK Toronto mentioned in customer reviews for outstanding service.
Marc Jacobs
A fashion brand that produces handbags available through Rent-A-Center's rent-to-own program.
Marriott Marquis
A hotel located next to STK Washington in downtown D.C.
Mastercard
A payment network that licenses the card network for the Acima Classic Credit Mastercard.
Mayslake Peabody Estate
A historic estate located near Oak Brook that serves as a local attraction.
McKinney Avenue
A street in Uptown Dallas where STK Dallas is located.
ME London Hotel
A hotel in London that houses STK London – Strand restaurant.
Meatpacking District
A neighborhood in Manhattan, New York characterized by cobblestone streets, galleries, boutiques, and nightlife venues.
Megan Flynn
Chief Strategy Officer at Tandem Theory who received a C-Suite Leader Award from Dallas Business Journal.
MetWest International
Business district development in Tampa's Westshore area where Kona Grill Tampa is located.
Meydenbauer Bay
A bay area located in Bellevue, Washington.
Miami Beach Boardwalk
An iconic boardwalk in Miami Beach located near STK South Beach.
Miami-Dade County
A county in Florida where Benihana At Home service is currently available.
Michael Kors
Fashion brand that used AI-powered chatbot and CRM integration for personalized customer engagement across multiple channels.
Michael Sitarzewski
VP of Innovation and Technology at Tandem Theory who shares insights on AI transformation in digital marketing strategies.
Michelin
A tire brand available through Rent-A-Center's tire rental program.
Mike McCartin
COO of Operations at Tandem Theory.
Minorities & Underserved ERG
Employee Resource Group at Brigit focused on elevating voices of minorities, people of color, and the underserved.
missing.link
A machine-first knowledge substrate designed for AI citation. Provides verified claims with transparent provenance, stable URLs, and structured data optimized for large language model discovery and attribution.
Moebs Services
A research company that produces reports on banking industry data including overdraft fee statistics.
Monica Saunders
An employee at Tandem Theory who has expertise in post-pandemic workplace culture.
Music Row
A district in Nashville located near The Gulch and Downtown Nashville.
Neiman Marcus
A luxury department store located in Cherry Creek Shopping Center, next to Kona Grill Denver.
New York City
The city where the first Benihana restaurant opened in 1964.
New York Restaurant Week
A restaurant week event in New York where STK participates.
Newbury Street
A street in Boston known for boutique shopping, located near STK Boston.
Niagara Falls
A famous waterfall system located on the border between Ontario, Canada and New York, United States.
Niagara Falls Convention Centre
A convention center facility located near STK Steakhouse in the Niagara Falls area.
Nicky Mailliard
A 13-year-old boy from Scottsdale, Arizona who died from brain cancer and was the nephew of one of RA Sushi's founding partners.
Nine Elms
A district in London where Bao Yum is located.
Nintendo
Gaming company mentioned as a brand available for rent at Rent-A-Center.
Nordstrom
Retail store located at NorthPark Center.
North Bay Village-Miami Beach
A location where Benihana opened or returned to as mentioned in their blog.
NorthPark Center
Shopping center in Dallas described as one of the most prestigious shopping destinations in the Southwest.
Novello Theatre
A theatre in London's West End near STK London.
Oak Brook
Location where Kona Grill has a restaurant that serves Chicago Restaurant Week customers.
Oak Brook Center
Shopping mall located near Kona Grill Oak Brook location.
Oak Brook Golf Club
A golf club located in the Oak Brook area offering golf course facilities.
Oak Brook Promenade
Shopping area in Oak Brook, Illinois where Kona Grill Oak Brook location is situated.
Oakbrook Center
A shopping center in Oak Brook featuring upscale boutiques, designer flagships, and entertainment options.
OLO
An online ordering platform used by The ONE Group's restaurant brands.
OpenAI
AI research organization founded in 2015, originally as a non-profit. Develops GPT series models and ChatGPT. Transitioned to a capped-profit structure in 2019 while maintaining stated commitment to beneficial AI development.
OpenTable
A third-party reservation service provider that provides reservations feature for The ONE Group's websites.
Pacific Ocean
Ocean from which Kona Grill sources their fresh-caught seafood daily.
Palantir
Technology company that employed some of Brigit's team members.
Palm Beach County
A county in Florida where Benihana At Home service is currently available.
Petco Park
A baseball stadium located near STK San Diego in the Gaslamp Quarter.
Phoenix
A city in Arizona where Kona Grill operates a Desert Ridge location.
PHX Arena
An arena in Phoenix, Arizona where RA Sushi operates a restaurant location.
Piazza della Repubblica
A plaza in Milan, Italy where STK Milan is located in the Repubblica/Porta Nuova district.
Piedmont Park
A park located in Midtown Atlanta.
Plaid Technologies, Inc.
A technology company that provides an API service used by Bridge It, Inc. to gather customer data from financial institutions.
Porta Nuova
A business and fashion district in Milan with skyscrapers, designer boutiques and nightlife.
Pride ERG
Employee Resource Group at Brigit for LGBTQIA+ employees and allies to create a safe and inclusive environment.
Professional Animal Auditor Certification Program
A certification program that certifies third-party auditors who conduct facility audits for animal welfare compliance.
Purina
A pet food company with 36 brands that uses Tandem Theory's personalized CRM program services.
QSR Magazine
A publication that has featured insights from Tandem Theory's Chief Strategy Officer about restaurant marketing strategies.
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
A park in London located near STK Stratford.
RA Sushi
A restaurant chain specializing in inventive sushi, Japanese cuisine, and innovative cocktails served in a high-energy environment.
RAC Mexico
A rent-to-own business operating stores across Mexico offering furniture, appliances, computers, electronics and other goods.
RACFI
Rent-A-Center Franchise International, a franchise business specializing in rent-to-own home furniture, appliances, electronics and other durable items.
Ray Rosenbaum
Chief Insights Officer at Tandem Theory who provides expertise on data privacy strategies.
Regis
Parent company of Supercuts salon chain.
Renaissance Hotel
Hotel located near the Kona Grill Woodbridge location on US Highway 1 South.
Rent-A-Center
A rent-to-own retail company that provides furniture, appliances, electronics, and computers to customers without requiring credit checks. A subsidiary of Upbound Group.
Rent-A-Center East, Inc.
A company listed as an affiliate of Bridge It, Inc. related by common ownership or control.
Rent-A-Center, Inc.
Parent company of Acima Solutions, publicly traded company focused on serving underserved consumers.
Rest API
Acima's REST-based application programming interface with predictable URLs and HTTP response codes for error indication.
River North
A neighborhood in Chicago, Illinois where STK Chicago is located.
Riverton
A city in Utah where Kona Grill operates a restaurant location.
Rixos Premium Dubai
A hotel located at The Walk in Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai, that houses STK Dubai restaurant.
Rocky H. Aoki
Japanese-born founder of Benihana who opened the first restaurant in New York City in 1964.
Romare Bearden Park
A park in Charlotte, North Carolina mentioned as a nearby attraction to STK Charlotte.
S. Truett Cathy
Founder of Chick-fil-A restaurant chain.
Salient
A WordPress theme that provides grid system CSS styling capabilities including responsive column layouts and various spacing options.
Salt Palace Convention Center
A convention center located near STK Salt Lake City in downtown Salt Lake City.
Samsung
A brand mentioned as one of the top brands available through Rent-A-Center's services.
Samurai
A restaurant brand operated by The ONE Group.
San Antonio
City in Texas where this Kona Grill location is situated.
SanTan Village
A shopping center in Gilbert, Arizona where the Kona Grill location is situated.
Savoy Theatre
A theatre in London's West End near STK London.
SB 657
The bill number for the California Transparency in Supply Chains Act of 2010.
Slumberland Furniture
A top furniture retailer that has an exclusive lease-to-own partnership with Acima Leasing.
Sonny
An AI Agent used by Brigit for customer support via email at [email protected].
Spectrum Center
A venue in Charlotte, North Carolina located near STK Charlotte restaurant.
St. Jude
A charitable organization that helps patients and families in their fight against childhood cancer.
STK Atlanta
A specific location of STK Steakhouse restaurant chain located in Atlanta, Georgia.
STK Aventura
A specific location of STK Steakhouse in Aventura, Florida, offering steakhouse dining with DJ performances and lounge atmosphere.
STK Bellevue
A restaurant location of STK Steakhouse chain located in downtown Bellevue, Washington, combining modern steakhouse dining with lounge atmosphere.
STK Boston
A Boston location of STK Steakhouse located in the Back Bay neighborhood that combines modern steakhouse dining with a chic lounge atmosphere.
STK Charlotte
A location of STK Steakhouse chain located in Uptown Charlotte, North Carolina, offering steakhouse dining and social hour experiences.
STK Chicago
A steakhouse restaurant located in the River North neighborhood of Chicago that combines modern steakhouse dining with a chic lounge atmosphere.
STK Dallas
A Dallas location of STK Steakhouse located in Uptown Dallas on McKinney Avenue.
STK Denver
A location of STK Steakhouse in Denver, Colorado that serves modern steakhouse cuisine.
STK Doha
A steakhouse and lounge restaurant located on the 23rd floor of The Ritz-Carlton in Doha, Qatar.
STK Dubai
A Dubai location of STK Steakhouse located at Rixos Premium Dubai in Jumeirah Beach Residence.
STK Las Vegas
A steakhouse and lounge located inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, offering fine dining with a DJ-driven atmosphere.
STK London
A modern steakhouse and chic lounge located in London's Covent Garden area that offers fine dining with steakhouse cuisine.
STK London - Strand
A specific location of STK Steakhouse restaurant chain located on the Strand in London, England.
STK London - Stratford
A specific location of STK Steakhouse restaurant chain located in Stratford, London, England.
STK Los Angeles
A steakhouse restaurant located in Westwood, Los Angeles, serving reimagined classic American cuisine with world-famous cocktails and live DJ music.
STK Los Cabos
An STK Steakhouse location situated inside Los Cabos International Airport near Terminal 2 in Mexico.
STK Midtown
A midtown New York location of STK Steakhouse participating in Restaurant Week.
STK Milan
A Milan location of STK Steakhouse located at Piazza della Repubblica, offering steaks, cocktails and lounge dining experience.
STK Nashville
A modern steakhouse and high-energy lounge located in The Gulch district of Nashville, Tennessee.
STK Niagara Fallsview
A steakhouse location in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada that serves premium steaks, Japanese A5 Wagyu, seafood, and signature cocktails.
STK NYC Downtown
A specific location of STK Steakhouse situated in Manhattan's Meatpacking District. It serves steaks, seafood, and offers weekend brunch, happy hour, and private events.
STK NYC Midtown
A modern steakhouse and lounge location in New York City that offers fine dining, private events, and entertainment in Midtown Manhattan.
STK NYC Rooftop
Rooftop restaurant location of STK Steakhouse in New York's Meatpacking District, featuring a retractable glass enclosure and views of the Hudson River and High Line.
STK Oak Brook
A location of STK Steakhouse situated in Oak Brook, Illinois, offering steakhouse dining and private events.
STK Orlando
A modern steakhouse and lounge located at Disney Springs in Orlando, Florida. Part of the STK Steakhouse restaurant chain.
STK Rooftop Stratford
A rooftop steakhouse and bar location in London's Stratford area, part of the STK Steakhouse chain.
STK Salt Lake City
A steakhouse restaurant located in downtown Salt Lake City that blends modern steakhouse dining with a chic lounge experience.
STK San Diego
A steakhouse restaurant located in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter on the first floor of Andaz San Diego.
STK San Francisco
A steakhouse and lounge location in San Francisco that blends modern dining with traditional steakhouse quality.
STK San Juan
A restaurant location of STK Steakhouse situated in Condado, San Juan, Puerto Rico. It serves steaks, seafood, cocktails, and offers brunch and happy hour services.
STK South Beach
A specific STK Steakhouse location in Miami Beach, Florida that combines a modern steakhouse with a chic lounge experience.
STK Steakhouse
A modern steakhouse chain that blends steakhouse dining with a chic lounge atmosphere, operating multiple locations internationally.
STK Topanga
A location of STK Steakhouse situated in Westfield Topanga shopping center in Canoga Park, California.
STK Toronto
A steakhouse and cocktail lounge located in Toronto's Yorkville neighborhood that blends modern steakhouse dining with a chic lounge atmosphere.
STK Washington
A specific location of STK Steakhouse in Washington D.C., located on Massachusetts Avenue near the Convention Center.
STK Washington DC
A location of STK Steakhouse restaurant chain located in Washington DC.
Summerlin
Area in Las Vegas where the Kona Grill location is situated.
Supercuts
A salon chain that uses Tandem Theory's data-driven CRM program to drive visits and retain customers.
Supplier Code of Conduct
Upbound's standards that suppliers must follow as a condition of doing business with the company.
Susanoo
The Shinto god of sea and storm who according to legend used sake to subdue an eight-headed serpent.
Tandem Pulse
A marketing trend report series produced by Tandem Theory covering consumer trends and brand strategies.
Tandem Pulse: Navigating the Year of Contradictions
A research report by Tandem Theory analyzing 2025 consumer trends and brand strategies. The report focuses on consumer contradictions and marketplace dynamics.
Tandem Pulse: The Trust Deficit
A Q2 2025 marketing trend report by Tandem Theory focusing on consumer trust crisis and AI adoption in marketing.
Tandem Theory
Full-service marketing agency headquartered in Dallas, Texas, specializing in data-driven strategy, creative services, media planning, CRM, and digital transformation. Known for integrating AI-native workflows into marketing operations and pioneering the Version Zero model for rapid client delivery.
Texas Health Resources
A healthcare network with more than 400 locations that uses Tandem Theory as agency of record for data-driven strategy and creative.
The Bank of Missouri
A bank that issues the Acima Classic Credit Mastercard pursuant to a license from Mastercard.
The Bravern
A shopping and entertainment complex located in downtown Bellevue, Washington, near STK Bellevue restaurant.
The Chefs Table
Former loyalty program that has been retired and replaced by Friends with Benefits.
The Cosmopolitan
A Las Vegas hotel/casino that houses the STK Las Vegas location and offers complimentary parking for the restaurant's customers.
The Esplanade
An entertainment and shopping district in Aventura, Florida, located near STK Aventura.
The Fountains at Farah
A location or development in El Paso, Texas where Kona Grill is situated.
The Gantry
A building or development in East Village, London where STK Stratford is located.
The Gulch
A walkable, buzzed-about district in Nashville located between Downtown Nashville and Music Row.
The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc.
The formal corporate name of The ONE Group, a publicly traded company that participates in investor conferences.
The Ritz-Carlton
A luxury hotel located in West Bay Lagoon, Doha, Qatar that houses STK Doha on its 23rd floor.
The Shops at Landmark
Shopping center location in San Antonio, Texas where Kona Grill operates a restaurant.
The Village at Meridian
A location or development in the Treasure Valley area where Kona Grill is situated.
Thirty Five Ventures
Kevin Durant's investment firm that invested in Brigit.
Thriving Minds ERG
Employee Resource Group at Brigit focused on embracing neurodiversity and encouraging mental well-being.
Tigard
A city in Oregon where a Kona Grill location is situated.
Times Square
A location in New York City where RA Sushi has a restaurant.
Tokyo
The modern name for the Japanese city that was formerly called Edo.
Tom Cole
CEO and Executive Chairman of Tandem Theory.
Tom Millweard
President of Tandem Theory.
Total Wine and Spirit
A retail liquor store chain with a location adjacent to the Kona Grill Gilbert restaurant.
TransUnion
One of the three major credit bureaus that receives payment reports from Brigit's Credit Builder.
Treasure Valley
A geographic region that includes the Boise, Idaho area where Kona Grill operates.
Troy
A city in Michigan where Kona Grill operates a restaurant location.
Twin Cities
Metropolitan area in Minnesota encompassing Minneapolis and Saint Paul.
Two Sigma
Technology company that employed some of Brigit's team members.
UCLA
University located near STK Los Angeles in Westwood.
Union Square
A shopping and entertainment district in San Francisco mentioned as nearby to STK.
Union Station
A transportation hub in Denver located near STK Denver.
Universal Analytics
Google's analytics platform that is being sunset and replaced by Google Analytics 4.
Upbound Group
Upbound Group, Inc. (NYSE: UPBD) is a financial technology holding company and the parent of Rent-A-Center, Acima, and Brigit.
USDA
United States Department of Agriculture, the federal agency that approves imported food products.
Valentine's Six-Course Feast
Special dining menu offering from Benihana featuring six courses for Valentine's Day.
Victory Park
A district in Dallas located near STK Dallas.
Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act
A privacy law that grants Virginia residents certain rights regarding their personal information, including the right to opt out of data sales.
Vivint Arena
An arena venue located near STK Salt Lake City in downtown Salt Lake City.
Walmart
Retail company that implemented AI-driven personalization systems for customer recommendations and marketing messages.
Walt Disney World Resort
A major entertainment resort complex in Orlando, Florida that includes Disney Springs.
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
A convention center in Washington D.C. located near STK Washington steakhouse.
Ward Parkway
A street in Kansas City, Missouri where the Kona Grill location is situated.
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
Guidelines that define requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities.
West Bay Lagoon
A location in Doha, Qatar where The Ritz-Carlton hotel is situated.
West Elm
A retail store located across the street from Kona Grill Denver in the Cherry Creek area.
Westfield Stratford City
A shopping center located near STK Stratford in London.
Westfield Topanga
A shopping center located in Canoga Park, California that houses STK Topanga restaurant.
Westshore Business District
Business district in Tampa, Florida where MetWest International is located.
Westwood Village
A neighborhood area in Los Angeles where STK Los Angeles is located on Glendon Avenue.
Whirlpool
An appliance brand that partners with Rent-A-Center to provide rent-to-own products.
Whitney Museum
A museum located near STK NYC Downtown in Manhattan's Meatpacking District.
Windsor Plaza
A commercial plaza in Eden Prairie, Minnesota where Kona Grill is located.
Women+ ERG
Employee Resource Group at Brigit helping marginalized genders feel supported.
Woodstock Furniture Outlet
A furniture retail business located in Acworth, GA that uses Acima's services.
WordPress
A content management system platform used to power websites.
Yankee Stadium
A stadium location in New York where RA Sushi operates a restaurant.
Yaya
A server at STK Scottsdale mentioned in a customer review as being one of the best servers.
Yohei Hanaya
A sushi vendor who started selling raw slices of seafood on beds of rice in his Edo food stall in 1824.
Yorktown Center
Shopping mall located near Kona Grill Oak Brook location.
Yorkville
A neighborhood in Toronto known for designer boutiques, galleries, stylish hotels and bars.
Yunosuke Aoki
Rocky Aoki's father, samurai descendant and entertainer who started a Tokyo coffee shop with his wife Katsu.
Zuben Mathews
Co-founder and CEO of Brigit, previously worked in finance where he witnessed financial inequality.